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IF IT'S NEWS, IT'S IN THE BEE, FOR THE BEE IS A NEWSPAPER. THE BEE WASHINGTON Washington's Best and Loading Negro Newspaper That's THE BEE. VOL. XXXVIII, NO. 21 WASHINGTON, D.C., SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1917 MRS. ELIZABETH THOMAS WHO GAVE UP HER HOME FOR HER COUNTRY'S GOOD IS DEAD. A Great Woman Who Was Loved and Honored by Abraham Lincoln. Buried With Honors Wednesday Afternoon—A Great Civic Worker. Elizabeth Thomas, owner of Fort Stevens, D. C., entered into rest on Saturday, October 13, at 5.55 o'clock, at the close of a perfect day, in the full triumph of faith, while the hori- zonal rays of an autumn sun flooded her death chamber with its resplend- ent light. About the deathbed, while her spirit was taking its flight to her home "Over There," in the beautiful beyond, were assembled her relatives representing three generations, daugh- ters, grandchildren and great-grand- children. When the news of her demise reached the community, it filled the hearts of her many friends of all races with awe and consternation, because they realized that a "great one had fallen in Israel." Her life was one of simplicity, honesty, rustic beauty and thrift. A shining light and an inspiration to the community about her, and an exponent of all that is noble and great As the owner of Fort Stevens, Mrs. Thomas was one of the most interesting women in the District, and the history of her ancestors is full of stories of adventure and love. Her great-grandmother was Nora Butler, a famous Irish belle of Colonial days, who created a sensation by cloping with Morning Proctor, an Indian councilman. Nora Proctor, a daughter of the couple, was wooed and won by Jefferson Thomas, who was one of the most highly educated colored men of his time, holding the position among his people as that which was held by the late Booker T. Washington. The Proctor side of the family is composed of Indians. Mrs. Thomas was 87 years of age and had lived at her present home for 84 years, moving here from Charles County, Maryland, where she was born. The family bought a farm of 88 acres, being among the wealthiest people of her race at that time. During these years the Civil War broke out, when Abraham Lincoln visited her home and ordered it to be removed to establish Fort Stevens, D. C., Washington's only defense, where he directed the Union Army, the first and only time as Commander-in-Chief, the President of the United States personally took charge of the army. This fort saved the city of Washington when General Early made his attack in July, 1864. Her present home is within 100 feet of the place where the fort was erected. With her babe in her arms and tears streaming down her cheeks, she watched from day to day the demolition of her home and all she held dear which she had so patriotically surrendered, to go—she knew not where. While in this attitude, Abraham Lincoln, who was personally conducting the work on the fort, said to her: "This is hard, but you shall reap a great reward." Whether she has or not, the bill which was introduced in Congress by Mr. Martine o New Jersey through the efforts of the Elizabeth Thomas Citizens' Association and passed with some modification will testify. Mrs. Thomas was a great civic worker. As president of the Elizabeth Thomas Citizens' Association, of which Miss E. A. Chase, principal of Jones School, is founder and organizer, she did much to help shape the civic affairs of the District of Columbia. Owing to her advanced years, the active work of the organization was executed by Miss R. E. Bell, vice president, and her granddaughter, Mrs. James Perry, secretary, assisted by her grandchildren. "She was opposed to the passage of the Peters' bill, which provided for the transfer of the control of the schools from the Board of Education to a Director of Education. She said: "I am opposed to the change suggested in the press school system, because I feel that the schools are now conducted in a way that would satisfy anyone, and I think that a change which may prove detrimental is not going to better conditions. Why people want to change the working of things when everything is going smoothly, is more than I can understand. She indorsed the Board of Education in its stand against the Dolliver Bill, which she condemned as inimical to the best interests of the people of the Dstrict. She was a great admirer of Captain James F. Oyster, former president of the Board of Education, and Mr. W. V. Cox, a neighbor. In recognition of her worth, the association tendered her a reception at the residence of Mrs. Janie Perry, her granddaughter, at Fort Stevens, D. C. Domestically, the recent years of her life were devoted to the care of live stock and gardening, which she executed with care and efficiency on the remaining ten acres of the Proctor estates, which she then held. The portion of the Fort upon which the boulder is erected was purchased from her by Mr. W. V. Cox. She leaves to mourn her loss two daughters, Mrs. Martha Grant and Mrs. Eliza Johnson, seventeen grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren. May she rest from her labors, for "He giveth His beloved sleep." THANKS HIS PATRONS, Manager Thomas' Gratitude—His Seventh Anniversary, Beginning on Monday, October 22—Friday Night, October 22, Mr. Thomas Will Publicly Thank His Patrons and Friends. To the patrons and friends of Howard Theatre: It is with much gratitude and appreciation that I embrace this opportunity to inform you that, beginning Monday, October 22, will be the seventh anniversary of management of Howard Theatre. My effort has been to please you and cater to your wants in the presentation of such performances obtainable that would please the admiration of those who have favored me with their presence from time to time. I am indebted to you for the successful management of this theatre, because without your support and encouragement I would have failed. I feel grateful to you, because neither weather conditions nor sickness have stayed your presence and encouragement. If I have failed to approve your expectation, it may have been for the lack of proper judgment. None of us are perfect, and if I have erred in judgment, it was because it has been my anxiety to please. From the moment the theatre was handed over to me, I took the public in my confidence, and my effort have been to retain that confidence by A. B. catering to your likes and dislikes. The performances that have been presented to the patrons of this theatre may not have met their entire approbation, but whenever such defects were shown, the management was not slow to rectify them. The highest classes of citizens of every creed and denomination have been welcomed and they have been like one family. The color of a patron's skin or the curl of his or her hair has been no bar to his or her admission to a seat. When ever circumstances would permit, I have freely turned my house over for charitable purposes. I could do no more. I have not discriminate against any applicant for aid and 1120 Abraham Lincoln visited her home during the Civil War, and ordered it to be removed to establish Fort Stevens, Washington's only defense, where the directed the Union Army, the first and only time, as Commander-in-Chief, the President of the United States personally taking charge of the army. This Fort saved the City of Washington when General Early made his attack in July, 1864. Her present home is within one hundred feet of the place where the Fort was erected. (This photograph of Elizabeth Thomas was made with General Alexander McCook and General Thomas M. Vincent of Ohio in the background, at the dedication of the Fort.) in the background, at the dedication of the church. This noble woman is dead and was buried Wednesday afternoon from her late home at Fort Stevens in Harmony Cemetery. neither have I turned from the door any worthy cause, as thousands no doubt will testify. I mean to please you, because you have supported a worthy institution, and whenever any condition arises that is not pleasing or distasteful, I respectfully request one and all to reduce such condition to writing and confidentially inform me. You are a part of my institution. I want to keep your confidence and continue to ask you for your support and encouragement. I want to make my anniversary week a memorable one, and it can be if my friends and patrons will give me their presence at cat and every performance. Our Country. Our country is in a great conflict. Thousands of colored fellow citizens have volunteered their services to fight for democracy and uphold the hands of the President of the United States. Notwithstanding racial discrimination and segregation, our young men of education, without influence behind them, have returned from the training camp, many commissioned as captains and first and second lieutenants, to command companies to fight for world democracy. I stand ready today to give my mite, small as it is, to strengthen the honor, and integrity of our great government and the President of the United States. This is our country, and we must do everything in our power to protect it. Thousands of our white fellow citizens have joined the Red Cross to care for the sick and wounded. This great organization, in conjunction with our army, is in need of funds. Therefore it is our patriotic duty to render such financial aid as we, as American citizens, can render. In this connection, I shall designate Friday evening, October 26, during inermission, to contribute to this worthy cause, and on which occasion I want to publicly extend my thanks to my many, thousand patrons and friends who by their support and encouragement have made Howard Theodore a success. are a success. Believing this letter will reach thousands of my patrons who may not be able to be present on that evening of October-26, on which occasion I went to publicly extend my thanks, I subscribe myself, with everlasting gratitude, Andrw. J. Thomas. Washington, D. C., October 19, 1917. He Electrifies His Audience—He Is Greeted by a Large Audienc. Our enthusiastic expectancy was dampened when, Friday morning, October 12th, came on, damp, cold and rainy. The pastor, Rev. E. T. Johnson, was discouraged, and the people at ease. "But," said one, "it is an ill wind which blows nobody good." A big State fair was in progress at Hagerstown, and many of our people had set their faces fairward, which intentions were early nipped on account of the weather. Thus the 3.30 train from Washington brought the speaker, while the sky smiled from above and the sunshine warmed as well, as cheered our hearts and made glad our expectations. The Dudley basement had early put on its dress-up appearance, and the people in their Sunday attire. The buzz and chatter of preparation were everywhere rampant. Allow me to say right here, the people of Martinsburg believe in "preparedness"—preparedness relative to the conduct of the war, and withstanding the high cost of living while the battle against autocracy is being waged. The housewives have canned and canned until every house has the appearance of little canneries themselves, and are now intrenching themselves in their winter quarters; amidst knitting and prayer for peace, saturating occasionally their bodices with tears for the return of their loved ones, some gone to the front, others gone to the cantonments Realizing that there are burdens for the black man as well as for the white man, the big audience listened in rapture to Dr. Norman's discourse, "The Black Man's Burden." Many men have the ability to paint with a brush until the character stands out so complete that birds are deceived, but Dr. Norman has the natural as well as the intellectual make-up to paint language pictures, and paint them so vividly, if horses, you hear the tramp of their feet, if men and women, you see their faces, if burdens, you feel them roll off of your galled shoulders. Thus for one hour we sat in rapture, sometimes ready to applaud, another pushing back the welled up tears. Long live this spiritually and intellectually polished God-fearing preacher. Our educated ministry will find as it advances up the religious road that just in proportion as it can lose itself in preaching the unadulterated truth, not having to think about verbs, nouns and rhetoric, just in so much will our churches again be baptized with a spiritual baptism such as our parents enjoyed directly after they were-free. They knew no language and cared less, but served God to the best of their emotional knowledge. In this sifting age, we thank God that we are beginning to see the "light." We are once more becoming natural—natural in, speech—for the polishings are becoming our own; natural in our religious services, because we can now begin to think about God and His goodness, and not so much about the way in which we are expressing our religion. The reception given in the beautifully decorated basement in honor and appreciation to the distinguished visitor brought to a close a. long-looked-for event, and we believe inaugurated a lasting impression. The pastor, who is, building up a great congregation here; wishes me to thank again the Rev. Dr. Norman for having come to us; to thank the members of his church and of the sister churches, for lending to the occasion. Especially Rev. S. R. Hughes, pastor of Mt. Zion; Rev. J. T. Reid, pastor of Ebenezer; and also Rev. Samuel Bean of Roanoke, who happened to be in the city. Sister Hannah Veney is still confined to her bed, and also Sister M. Walker. The third Sunday night will bring to a close, we hope to be able to say, the greatest rally ever had in Dudley. DR. W. E. B. DuBOIS, who will address the opening meeting of Bethel Literary, Tuesay evening, October 23rd. His subject will be. BUSINESS CO-OPERATION. The public is invited. Invited. Metropolitan A M.E. Church Its Seventh Anniversary Will Be Properly Celebrated. Rufus Byers. Mr. Byers, the house manager of the theatre, is Mr, Thomas' right-hand man. The melodious voice of Mr. Byers may always be heard at the end or a little before the performance of each play or act, announcing what will take place the following week. GET COMMISSIONS LIEUT, VINCENT THOMAS. Mr. Vincent Thomas, one of the famous Thomas boys, who is noted for his musical ability, has been commis- sioned second lieutenant. There is not a more congenial young man to be found. Just where Lieut. Thomas will be stationed The Bee is unable to state. CAPTAIN JOHN TRIGG. This young man is the son of Mr. Joseph Trigg, who graduated with high honors from an Eastern college. Captain Trigg will be commissioned on his return to the city. The District of Columbia was also given four other captains, to wit: Jas. Jones, Louis Mellinger, Harry Atwood, Charles Cooper and Elijah Reynold. Third Lieutenants: Montgomery Gregory, James H. W. Warring, Jr., Thomas Dent, Francis Dent, Charles E. Lane, Jay Clifford, Charles Houston, Clarence Curley, David Lane, Wilford Lawson, Percy Piper and Campbell Johnson. REV. GARNER Wins Great Favor at the National Council of Congregationalists. Columbus, Ohio, Oct. 15.—At the National Council of the Congregationalists, which has been in session here for ten days, Rev. Garner, of Washington, was one of the most conspicuous, because of his ability and fine personality, of the twenty Colored Congregationalist ministers who attended. Rev. Garner was invited to preach at the Second Baptist Church, and the St. Paul's A.-M. E. Church last Sunday morning and evening, respectively, and his very able discourses have been the subject of comment here every since. Another commanding colored minister in attendance was Rev. Proctor, of Atlanta, Ga., and he was invited to preach last Sunday morning.at All Souls' Church, the leading white Universalist Church here. Rev. Garner fairly captivated both audiences he addressed. Hundreds of the brainsest white Congregationalist ministers from all over the United States were in attendance, and not since the day of the old Abolitionist party has there been uttered such strong expressions favorable to the race as were uttered by the white Congregationalist here in attendance. The Bee is a clean paper, because it now deals with clean people. Copyright Underwood & Underwood This "cow," though it is only a fabricated creature of wood and painted cloth, is doing its bit to help win the war. A camouflage artist has done his work well and what appears to be an innocent scene of a cow peacefully grazing is really a painted lure to conceal a roofed-over battery. The cow is standing on the roof. HARVARD MEN IN HAIL OF BOMBS Major Murphy, Red Cross Commissioner, Cables Full Details of Disaster to H. P. Davison—Show Speed In Emergency. Washington.—The manner in which the Harvard unit's base hospital in France was attacked by a German airplane, with the result that several Americans were killed and wounded, was described in detail in a long cable message received here by Henry P. Davison, chairman of the American Red Cross war council, from Maj. Grayson M. Murphy, Red Cross commissioner in Europe. The message follows: "An American Red Cross inspector who has just returned to headquarters in Paris has brought from the United States army base hospital unit of Harvard university, one of the many similar institutions on the surgical supply list of the American Red Cross, a detailed narrative of the bombing of that hospital on the night of September 4 last, and of the characteristic pluck and promptness with which the emergency was met. Five bombs were thrown, the explosions instantly killing Lieut. William F. Fitzslimons of the Medical Officers' Reserve corps, United States army, and three army privates, and wounded Lieuts. Clarence A. McGulre, Thaddeus D. Smith and Rea W. Whidden, O. R. C., U. S. A.; six privates, a woman nurse and 22 patients from the British lines who were under treatment there for wounds. Attack Occurred at Night. "The airplane attack occurred at 11 o'clock at night. Just at that time fortunately no convoy of wounded was being received or the list of casualties would have been far greater, as one of the bombs fell into the center of the large reception tent to which the wounded are first borne for examination. Ten seconds suffered for the dropping of the bomb from the first flying plane, and within less than a minute afterward the surgeons of the hospital were at the task of collecting and attending those who had been struck down. And for 24 hours they were at work in the operating room, one surgeon relieving another when the latter, from simple exhaustion, could work no longer. The very next day, just as if nothing had happened, these same surgeons were called upon to receive and care for 200 wounded sent in from the trenches of the British expeditionary force. "The hospital, which is on the French coast, has 1,800 beds, and is under canvas in a quadrangle 800 feet square. It is in a district in which there are many similar institutions, and is unmistakable as a hospital. At the time the German aviator flew over it most of the surgical staff was engaged in making rounds of the wards. Lieutenant Fitzsimons, however, was standing at the door of his tent. There had been a brief warning of the presence of a bombing airplane in the neighborhood, because a quarter of a minute before the sound of exploding bombs was heard from a point perhaps 200 yards from the hospital. This warning sufficed to cause all lights in the tents to be extinguished immediately, and those who had been under fire before threw themselves face down upon the ground. "Then came five explosions in rapid succession in the hospital itself. The first two were directly in front of Lien- tenant Fitzsimons' tent. He probably never knew what happened to him, as his body was torn to shreds. The next two fell a hundred feet beyond, in a ward in which there were many patients, and the last struck the reception tent. Overhead there was no sound. The German aviator flew too high to be heard, but he left his identity behind him, not only in the bombs he dropped, but in the derisive handful of pennings he scattered upon the hospital as he whirled away. A number of these were found when light came. Hit by Bomb Fragments. Hit by Bomb Fragments "Lieutenant McGuire, who was in a tent adjoining that of Lieutenant Fitzsimons, was struck by three bomb fragments, but was not seriously wounded. His escape was narrow, as there were more than a hundred holes cut in his tent. Lieutenant Smith was struck in the knee and Lieutenant Whidden in the chest while in their tents in the office section of the quadrangle. The private soldiers injured were on duty as orderlies in the reception tent, and the bomb fell almost upon them. So severely was Private Aubrey S. McLeod injured that it was necessary to amputate both his legs. "Although the explosion of the bombs caused horror in the hospital, there was not the smallest sign of panic, and the work of discovering the wounded, and collecting them was immediately begun. This was made doubly difficult by the darkness, but everyone sprang to it with a will. Many of the injured had been blown from their cots, some even outside their tents, where they were found tangled up in the tent poles. The American nurse, although struck in the face by a fragment of steel from the bomb, refused to be relieved; and remained at her task courageously to the end. A hospital orderly who worked untiringly was found later to have been struck in the head by a fragment and painfully injured. He had just tied up his head and gone on. "In the operating room Capt. Horace Binnoy and Elliott with their assistants worked all night. Several delicate operations were performed and their task was made all the harder by the fact that in innumerable cases the patients were in serious danger of infection from the pieces of wood and nails and dirt which had been blown into their bodies. "Lleut. Col. E. U. Pattison, U. S. A., commanding officer of the unit, and Maj. Harvey Cushing, head of the surgical force, the latter being at the front at the time of the disaster, have expressed the highest admiration for the manner in which the emergency was met. Latest reports are that the condition of the wounded is progressing satisfactorily." INDIANS REFUSE CODDLING Those Upon the Klamath Reservation Insist They Have Passed Tribal Stage. Klamath Falls, Ore.—Indians on the Klamath Reservation have decided they have passed beyond the tribal stage and say they want to be allowed to conduct their business and be governed as individuals and not collectively. At a recent meeting of the Klamath Indian Progressive club, the members passed resolutions asking that the government treat them the same as white residents. "Give us a chance," the resolutions read. The Indians hope to have the tribal timber sold and the proceeds divided among the members. The Klamath Reservation in southern Oregon occupies a territory of about 50 by 60 miles and contains timber and water resources. Silver Plate Periscopes. 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One year in advance . . . $2.00 Six months . . . 1.00 Three months . . . 50 Subscriptions monthly . . . 20 DO NOT ROCK THE BOAT. Some time ago, in discussing the attitude of the American colored people with reference, to the present war, we said, "Do not rock the boat." This remark was not suggested by any overt unpatriotic act on the part of any of our colored people, for we do not know of a single authenticated act of that kind. We simply had in mind some of those grumblers who were demanding officers' missions in the same time The ion of the vexed national military academy for the training of colored officers and the establishing of additional colored regiments in the Regular Army. The latest issue of the Fisk University News contains a lengthy and very thoughtful article by Mr. Isaac Fisher, entitled "Do Not Rock the Boat," and elsewhere since our article we have seen in different colored papers the same admonition. It is to be assumed that these admonitions are called forth by small signs of discontent here and there growing out of the policy of the Government with reference to the employment of colored troops in this war. The Bee made the point last week that the colored Americans are 100 per cent loyal and true to the national colors, whereas only about 45 per cent of the whites and nondescripts are truly loyal in this great crisis. We are confident that no act or attitude of the colored race will belie our estimate and claim. Now is an exceptional opportunity for the colored race to prove that it is the only simon pure class of Americans. Proof of this will go far in the future to secure a better adjustment of the relations of the races. Before long we may expect to see 100,000 colored men fighting our battles in Europe. Let us not rock the boat that contains all those precious lives. The colored race is the only simon pure American race. FALSE PRETENDERS. The Bee last week spoke of shams. This week it will deal with false pretenders, or those who preach one doctrine and practice another. If you will visit the O Street market, known as the colored people's market—that is, more colored people patronize this market than any other market in this city—more of the false pretenders may be seen in this market than in any other market. Here you will see the colored preachers, the class leaders and all other individuals who stand before a colored audience preaching race pride and what the colored people should do in supporting race enterprises. These very persons patronize these race enterprises less than any other class of people. Every colored stand in the O Street market is managed by high-class business colored men, whose stands are up to date and who have everything that any householder wants. The Bee has been preaching race pride for thirty-eight years or more. The Bee would like to see colored enterprises supported and the colored people united on all questions that pertain to their interest. Many of these false pretenders go to the colored stands, price their goods and go to the next dago aisle, who never knows a colored citizen except when he wants to use him and pay his price. These self-same advocates of race pride will then enter colored churches and other public institutions, take front seats upon the rostrum, and how they do preach and snort at the nostrils and strangle at the throat in an effort to convince their people that they mean what they say. Visit the O Street market and you will see more colored people there from Quality Row patronizing the enemy than you will see in any other market in the city and follow these same people to their homes. THE CHURCHES. Our recent series of articles on the churches as social centers have called forth many commendations. We want to make it quite plain that we are not an enemy of the church. The church (the institution of Christian religion) is one thing; the churches and their management (or mismanagement) is another. The people are not fools. We have been saying what is on everybody's tongue. The simple fact is that our churches cost us too much for the good they do. Let the churches continue to flourish, but let them do more worldly service. There are too many drones and parasites connected with the churches; there is too much extravagance. We lately heard the boast that the A. M. E. Church collected during its last fiscal year $12,000,000, of which 10 per cent went to the bishops, 10 per cent to the pastors, and 10 per cent to this, that and the other similar objects. Surely there is some mistake about the amount that went to the bishops, for it would be ridiculous to think that the bishops got over one million dollars in one year. But in any event, here is evidence of a terrible drain on the pockets of the poor people. What The Bee contends is that the churches should collect less money from the poor people or make a more practical use of what they do collect; also, that they should counsel and guide the masses in the paths of thrift What is the good of lying about such a small matter?—a matter of five cents a copy for The Bee? The Bee is always glad to receive the subscription of a Boo lay, or, if not to get his subscription, to sell him a copy through the news agent; but we give notice that The Bee does not aim to please that class of people. We aim to serve the great body of the sensible people of this city—people who wear no frills or illusions. We aspire to be loved for some of the enemies we have made. We stand for thrift, common sense, cooperation and progress. Unless we see a miracle, these will not come through the Boolays. What do they stand for? Except for Self, God knows what. DR. DU BOIS. We note with much pleasure that the theme of Dr. W. E. B. DuBois before the British Literary and Historical Association on the 23d will be "Cooperation." The Bee is interested, because for the last six months it has made a continuous plea for the cooperation of our people in business enterprises. We hear that the Educational Committee of the Twelfth Street Y. M. C. A. is planning a winter course of lecture on "Business." It is to be hoped that the Commercial Exchange, whose charter we printed in our last issue, will soon be in full operation. We understand that the Commercial Study Club will cooperate in all ways with the Exchange. The prospects seem very bright for an awakening in business among our people. But we must have something besides mere study and mere talk. It is now to be seen whether the Commercial Exchange can "start something." SOUTHERN AID SOCIETY. The Bee again calls to the attention of the people in this city and the entire country, the Southern Aid Society of Richmond, Va. It is one of the most reliable insurance companies in the United States. This company pays promptly all death and sick claims and accidents. The men at its head are among the best known in the United States. Read what it does on the eighth page of The Bee. Insure in this company today. SECRETARY McADOO. The address of Secretary Wm. G. McAdoo, delivered at the annual Convention of American Bankers' Association at Atlantic City, N. J., September 28th, in behalf of the "Second Liberty Loan and the Cause of Our War With Germany," should be read by every American citizen. No loyal American citizen should be without this great speech. HOTEL NEWS. R. DeReef Miller. The latest novelty that is being introduced in the local hotels is "beefless days." The most of the popular houses, have selected Tuesdays as their beefless day in order to help Mr. Hoover in the conservation of beef. Hundreds of orders for roast beef and steaks have been turned down by many of the patriotic managers of the Washington hotels last Tuesday in helping to aid the food controller. Mr. William Hill is now connected with the pastry department at the Union Station, after serving many years at the New Ebbitt with great success. Mr. Edward Wright is at Wallace's Cafe. Mr. M. Ready, of Atlantic City, is now living at 1904 Third St. N. W., and connected with the "Gold Room" at the New Ebbitt. Mr. Lee Lampkins, according to rumor, has been appointed superintendent of service at the St. Charles Hotel at New Orleans for the winter season. A crew of colored waiters are being made up in New York City for New Orleans, and the Royal Poinciana, at Palm Beach. Mr. Joseph McLane is expecting a big season this year in Florida. Capt. Milton F. Green of the New Ebbitt is still very sick at his residence, 1120 G St. N. E. Mr. Green's successor as morning captain is Mr. Samuel Jessie Harrison. Mr. J. W. Coleman, formerly of the Cosmos Club, and head waiter at several fashionable hotels, is the latest addition to the New Ebbitt. Mr. Fritsche, superintendent of service at the Ebbitt, has all colored captains as a result of a change made recently. Mr. Charles H. Johnson is head captain in the main cafe. Mr. J. W. Coleman is second captain. W. E. Scott is in charge 50c a Week on $25 A Castelberg Diamond Sale An immense collection of Diamonds we've been expecting has arrived. We're starting a sale in which thousands of extraordinary values are being offered. This is the diamond house of Washington. It has earned a 70-year reputation for reliability. THE LARGEST CREDIT JEWELERS IN THE WORLD 935 PA AVE. CASTELBERG'S a Week on $25 A Castelber An immense collection arrived. We're starting a nary values are being offered ington. It has earned a 70 DIAMONDS In Any Style of Mountings In Any Style of Mounting Men's Wrist Watches of the "Gold Room," and Capt. John Hicklin is in charge of the "Dutch Room." Col. L. N. Myers and Mr. J. E. Monroe are among the latest arrivals to Washington after spending several months at New Hartford, Conn. Mr. Haywood Blake was the host of a big farewell reception at his residence, 469 Florida Ave., last Monday evening. Several of his relatives and frinds were there to greet him before making his trip on the "Sea of Matrimony" with his beautiful bride, Miss Anna Marie Oram. AT HOWARD THEATRE NEXT WEEK. "The Heart of Wetona." One of the most vivid, most real and most entertaining dramas ever presented by the Lafayette Stock Company will be "The Heart of Wetona," in which they will appear all next week. From the pen of George Scarborough, "The Heart of Wetona" has the further distinction of having been originally produced by David Belasco—sufficient unto itself to demonstrate the merit that lies in the play. Around the pretty daughter of an Indian Chief is built the story. When Wetona, the girl, admits to her father, Quannah, that she is in love with a white man, who has taken advantage of her innocence, the Chief denounces her, and with revenge burning in his heart, sanctions the uprising of the Comanche tribe. To discover the identity of the man, Quannah follows his daughter to the home of John Hardin, an Indian Agent, whom the Indians trust, and when the Chief sees Wetona telling Herdin her story, he wrongfully construes the scene and accuses Hardin of having betrayed his daughter. Hardin has long loved Wetona and marries her to save her, telling her she is free to leave him, obtain a divorce and marry her lover as soon as the trouble has blown over. $25 Our Terms to All 50c a On All Purchases $25 $25 to $50..... $50 to $75..... $75 to $100..... THE LARGEST CREDIT JEWELERS IN THE WORLD 935 PA AVE. ASTELBERG'S Instinct tells Quannah he is mistaken in the identity of Wetona's betrayer, and he craftily solves the mystery and learns that Lieut. Anthony Wells, a teacher in the Indian school, is the man. In the strongest scene of the play comes the climax, when Wells' perfidy is exposed to Wetona, who realizes the real worth of her husband. Vengeance is wrought upon Wells by the Indians, who surround the house, and the final curtain finds Wetona safely in the arms of Hardin, while from without is heard the death chant of the Comanches. HOWARD'S SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY. Elsewhere in The Bee will be seen and read with a degree of pleasure the grateful and manly letter of Manager Andrew J. Thomas, proprietor of Howard Theatre, to his patrons. Mr. Thomas extends his thanks to his patrons and friends for the support they have given him since he assumed charge of that theatre. The letter is a gem and has the proper ring, such as Mr. Thomas is capable of giving. There should be a rousing turnout all of next week, and especially Friday night, when Mr. Thomas ascends the stage to publicly thank his friends and patrons. Let's give him a rousing ovation. Plummer Pharmacy, S. W. Cor. Third and H Sts. N. W., if you want first-class drugs, ice cream and soda. Dr. Robert Plummer is the place to go. The address of Rev. W. H. Jernagin before the Race Conference and which appeared in The Bee last week, was commended by a number of white citizens. The people will know of it, if it appears in The Bee. Special Hundreds of these stones will be sold for $25, set in 14-kt. gold mountings of any styles desired for men or women. They are pure white, perfectly cut and of a size that makes them the greatest diamond value that can be bought for cash or credit in this city. Weeks ases Amounting or Lesser in the Price DR. W. L. SMITH'S INDIFICATION REMEDY. This remedy will relieve all forms of Indigestion, Catarrh of the Stomach, Heartburn, Sour Stomach, Flatulency, Pain in the Stomach, Water Brash, Acid Fermentation, Gaseous Accumulations and Mal-Assimilations of Foods. When taken in the Stomach it thoroughly ingests the albuminous foods, relieves the indigestion, by resting and assisting the stomach until normal or natural digestion is restored. DIRECTIONS Take a teaspoonful in a little water after meals or when suffering. Repeat in an hour if necessary. W. L. SMITH, Druggist. 801 Florida Avenue N. W. Where you may purchase the genuine article. Washington, D. C. BLICK BROTHERS The best place in this city to purchase coal is Blick Brothers, 8th and Fla. ave northwest. Send in a deposit now. One of the most reliable firms in this city. SERVICE THAT SATISFIES. J. T. Newman.—The Haircutter is now re-established in South Washington, and will be pleased to serve all of his friends and former Patrons at 405 4½ St., S. W. RICHARDSONS' DRUG STORE 4½ AND F ST., . W. Everything here that is found in any first-class Drug Store. Prescriptions promptly filled. RICHARDSONS' PURE STORE, 4½ & F St., . W. MRS. S. J. TAYLOR Furnished rooms by the day, week or month. Transient accommodations a speciality. 128 F street northwest, Washington, D. C. One block from Union Station telephone Franklin 1514-w. Read The Bee if you want to know who is in the city. --- The Week in Society The most prosperous season in twelve years, is the report that comes from Board's Drug Store, at 1912% Fourteenth St. N.W. The reason for the ever-increasing popularity of this firm consists in satisfactory service. They dispense only fresh, pure and reliable drugs, medicines and household essentials. They carry a line of goods that are always dependable, efficacious and absolutely trustworthy. Quality before everything else is the motto at Board's Drug Store, from ice cream to physician's prescriptions: Dr. J. S. Outlaw, formerly of this city but now of Los Angeles, Cal., has been touring the East and is now in this city the guest of his numerous friends, who have made his visit an enjoyable one. Dr. Outlaw is well known in Washington, and was one of the most popular social lights here when he was a medical examiner in the Pension Office. Mrs. J. Louis Taylor, wife of Attorney Taylor, who underwent an operation some time ago at the Freedmen's Hospital, is improving and is expected to be out soon. Rev. M. W. D. Norman has returned to the city from Martinsburg, W. V. Her many friends will be pained to learn of the serious illness of Mrs. Leah M. Cunningham Green (nee Miss Leah M. Cunningham), of 1812 Fifth St. N. W. She is at the Freedmen's Hospital. Miss Anna Montaer, of 315 T St., is entertaining her sister for a few weeks. Prof. Wellington A. Adams, noted musician, suffered a serious attack of illness on Tuesday, but is much improved now. Miss Rebecca West, of this city, had the pleasure recently of going up in an "aeroplane" at Long Island, N. Y., and says it was the experience of her life and that everything looked small as a pinhead. She will return to the city by November. Mrs. W. R. Dudley has been entertaining as guests several friends from her native State (North Carolina) at her palatial home on Florida Avenue and Sixteenth Street N. W., during the past week. Mr. John Calvin Sterling of the Government Printing Office expects to visit his home at Charlotte, N. C., on a flying trip ere long. Miss Lucy Johnson, of 1336 You Street N. W., expects to remain in the city during the winter and will not resume her teaching in Virginia until next year, because of an epidemic where she has been teaching. Miss Phelma Jones, in connection with Miss Elsa Richardson, will represent The Bee in West Washington. The original Intre-See Art Circle held its first meeting of the season on Thursday, October 17th, at the residence of Mrs. Rosa Adams. The following officers were re-elected: Mrs. Josephine Smith, president; Miss Elizabeth G. Cole, secretary; Miss Esther Jones, vice-president; and Miss M. E. Janifer, treasurer. Miss Bessie Williams, of Hampton, Va., is in the city visiting Miss M. E. Janifer. She may remain all winter and has already become a member of the Intre-See Art Circle. Mrs. Ellen M. Foster has returned to the city from South Carolina, where she has been with her little daughter visiting her parents. Misses Esther and Inez Gee, daughters of Mrs. H. B. Gee of the Washington Times, who have been living in Richmond, Va., have come to the city to live with their parents. They are two sweet young ladies. Dr. and Mrs. J. Monroe Vandavell, Waco, Texas, entertained in honor Mr. Robert Holley, of Washington, C., and Mrs. Clemons, of Detroit, Mich. After playing whist, the guests passed to the dining room and were served to an enlovable supper. Solos were sung by Mrs. Clemons, accompanied on violin by Dr. Vandavell. Mrs. Vandavel (nee Swann) is formerly of Washington. Dr. and Mrs. Warfield and guest of Cleveland. Ohio. motored to Balti- more to hear a sermon by Rev. Sampson Brooks, a classmate at Morgan College of Dr. Warfield. Mr. Frank Perkins, a former graduate of the High School and Howard University, has been appointed instructor in mathematics in the academic department of Tuskegee Institute. Rev. T. J. Goodall, the pastor of the First African Baptist Church, Franklin Square, Savannah, Ga., which is the oldest Negro church in América, organized January 20, 1788, with a membership equal to the largest in the United States, is in this city carrying on evangelistic services for Rev. W. H. Jernagin at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Dr. Norman Harris and Miss Claudia Brandon motored to Baltimore Sunday and were the guests of Miss Mildred M. Bell, of Park Ave. Miss Arabella Lewie, of 701 Richland St., South Carolina, a graduate of Allen University, has matriculated at Howard University to take up pharmacy. Prof. Kelly Miller spoke in the Palace Casino, New York City, October 14th, on "The World War the Negro's Opportunity." His address will be a part of the campaign now being waged in the interest of the Charity Bureau of the New York News. Miss Clarissa Scott, the talented daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett J. Scott, of Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, has resumed her studies at Bradford Academy, Boston, Mass., after spending the summer in this vicinity the guest of Dr. and Mrs. A. M. Curtis and Miss Gertrude Curtis. Miss Mary Willie Willis Williams, of Austin, Texas, a graduate of Tillotson College, is in the city taking a business course at Dunbar High School. She is making her home with Dr. Willie May Harris-Taylor, her godmother. Rev. J. Milton Waldron, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, took part in the Bible Study and Prayer Conference in Pittsburgh, Pa., October 14th. T. Thomas Fortune, the eminent writer, philosopher and journalist, is out on a tour of investigation touching certain phases of the race question Columbia Conservatory of Music has a large and increasing enrollment daily in the following subjects: Piano, voice and singing, violin, mandolin, guitar, harmony, composition, and other subjects. Five music teachers and three church organists are enrolled, one a graduate of three courses in a white music college. Certificates issued each term and diplomas on completion of regular course. Courses are standardized. The school is located at 1911 Ninth St. N. W., and has one of the most beautiful studios in the city. Everyone knows Wellington A. Adams, the president, as one of the most versatile men hereabouts. He knows no failure and is always alert and full of energy. The Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, D St. between Second and Third Sts. S. W., will close its $2,000 rally Sunday night, October 14, 1917, which has been in progress for some time. The main feature of this closing service will be a special sermon to the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, preached by the Pastor, Rev. H. J. Callis, it is expected that a large influx of the fraternity will be present. Rev. Daniel L. Reed and Rev. Frank Washington left the city this week for Fredericksburg, Va., to conduct revival meetings at the Mt. Zion Church, of which Rev. Reed is pastor. WILLS-SMITH WEDDING. The wedding of Mr. C. E. Wills and Mrs. Helen Smith, who were married on the 29th inst., was celebrated last Monday, the 8th inst., at their future home, Howard Ave. S. E., by a reception to their many friends. The banquet table was abundantly supplied with the delicacies of the season, and YOU CAN HAVE LONG STRAIGHT HAIR YOU CAN HAVE LONG STRAIGHT HAIR If Anxious to Improve Your Hair and General Appearance Read This Carefully There are so many so-called hair growers on the market a large mumber of high are nothing more than perfumed grease, it is no wonder people get discouraged and lose faith in all hair tonics. In deciding on what to use on your scalp be sure and get a remedy of proven merit. Seeby's Quinade is a highly medicated pomade that has stood the test of time. It is the invention of a New York chemist and is made under the personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist of many years' experience. Quinade stimulates and nourishes the roots of the hair, causing a natural growth of long hair. It makes the hair soft, smooth and glossy, and easy to put up in the style desired. To get the best results from the use of Quinade the scalp should be shampooed at regular intervals with Seeby's Quinasoap. Quinasoap is made entirely out of vegetable oils, principally coconut oil, and contains no animal fat of any kind. It lathers very freely and is a thorough cleanser. Quinsoap leaves the hair soft and fluffy, and imparts a refreshing feeling to the scalp, unequalled by any other shampoo. Do not accept any substitute, but insist on getting Seeby's Quinade and Seeby's Quinasoap asking for them by the full name. If your druggist or dealer does not stock these two articles, ask him to obtain them for you from his wholesaler. The price is 25c each Write to Seeby's Drug Co., 79 East 130th street, New York City, for sample, mentioning the name of this paper. was tastefully arranged and decorated with cut flowers. Mr. J. S. Quander, the well-known caterer of Northeast, officiated. The presents received were numerous, among them being a handsome tea set beautifully engraved, a gift from employees of Wetting Division of the Bureau of Engraving and. Printing, where the groom is employed. Among the guests present were Mr. J. T. Smoot, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smoot, Mrs. Ruth Smith and daughter, Mrs. Henry Jarvis, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Thompson, Mr. John and Miss Margaret Janifer and a host of others. WEST WASHINGTON. Miss Ruth Butler, of New York, formerly of Washington, is visiting friends here for a week. Dr. Norman W. Harris, an efficient physician, whose office is at 2802 Dumbarton Ave. N. W., deserves the patronage of the citizens of West Washington. Miss Mamie Hewlett, an active member of First Baptist Church, and one of our popular school teachers, who has undergone a serious operation, is now out again at her post of duty, to the pleasure of her many friends. Rev. D. D. Turpeau, pastor of Mt. Zion M. E. Church, preached one of his eloquent sermons from Hebrews 11:6 to the Crispus Attucks Relief Association. Mrs. Julia West Hamilton, the president, presided and lifted $32 plus the weekly assessments. Mr. Charles H. Jackson, an employee of the State War Department, has been promoted to the position of clerk. Mr. Mortimer Marshall, the only colored undertaker and embalmer of West Washington, at this writing is suffering from an attack of typhoid pneumonia. Mr. Wm. B. Jones, of Baltimore, is here visiting his mother, Mrs. Rev H. T. Jones, and sister, Mrs. Silas A. Richards. Miss L. Angella Turpeau has returned to Barnett College, Greensboro, N. C., resuming her duties as a member of the faculty. The evengelistic sermons closed at Mt. Zion M. E. Church last Friday. The produce of Dr. W. W. Lucas for ten days' preaching every night was an unusual opportunity for the people to hear a truly great preacher. There were nineteen conversions and a greatly aroused church Sunday at the morning service. The pastor read a class of eleven into the church and administered the Sacrament of Baptism. A feature of the service was the dressing of the feminine candidates in white, the men with white gloves, ties and white carnations. The pastor preached a strong sermon, picturing .Howard Theatre. Entire Week Starting Monday, October 22. Matinees: Tues., Thurs. and Saturday Quality Amusement Corporation of New York City Mr. Robt. Levy, Gen. Mgr. Presents the Great Belasco and Frohman Play Last Sesom's Lyceum Theatre Success The Heart of Wetona An up-to-date Thrilling Story of an Indian Maid, a United States Agent and an Indian Chief All Star Cast includes Cleo Desmond, Carlotta Frseman, Elizabeth Williams, Andrew Bishop, H. L. Pryor; Clarence E. Muse, Chas. Moore, Arthur Ray, Lionel Monagas, DavidBrisbane and Frederick E. Hogan. The carnival and reunion opened Monday night at Mt. Zion M. E. Church. The basement of the church is made to represent the United States Navy in the act of sailing for German, waters. A fleet of seven ships, fully manned, with commanders and crew, will hold fort until the 28th of October. From and after this date Miss Elsa H. Richardson, of 2509 P Street, will represent The Bee in this section, and all news matter, subscriptions, advertisements, etc., will be addressed to her. Miss Richardson is a very active and energetic young lady, who is progressing as a journalist. Send your news in by Wednesday of each week. Subscribe for The Bee, if you want a live paper. Mr. Cornwallis Spears, of Covington, Ky., was in the city this week, the guest of Miss Thelma-Jones. Attorney, Louis Taylor has a suite of offices at Seventh and T Streets N. W. HAHN'S. Throngs of young and old people have been swarming to Hahn's Shoe Store for several weeks. They are taking advantage of the special inducements offered on their new stock of fall shoes. More than two hundred colored children bought shoes last week. Hahn's Shoe Store is the place to buy shoes. GREAT BARGAIN. Elsewhere in The Bee will be seen a great bargain if any enterprising person wants to embrace the opportunity. BIG MEETING Mass meeting is called by the Methodist ministers of the various branches in the District, to be held in Asbury Church, Eleventh and K Sts. N. W., on Monday, the 22nd inst., at 8.30 p. m. The Methodist people are requested to be present. The public is invited. The meeting is of importance and will no doubt be interesting and entertaining, especially to those interested in the welfare of humanity. One of the purposes of this meeting is to discuss the feasibility of stablishing and maintaining a home in the District for the old men and women of our own creed and others. Such opportunity has presented itself to our body most sympathetically and under favorable circumstances. This project has been studied for weeks by the Methodist ministerial body of the District, and it is agreed unanimously the time has come when our needs demand such an institution. There will be an executive session after the mass meeting, held in the same church, by the pastors and officers of the various Methodist churches. THE BEE. The Bee leads and all others try to follow. The record of the news agents shows that The Bee leads all publications in the country, except the Chicago Defender, which outsells all other papers in this country. --- We have the exclusive Wholes Agency for Peoples Drug Store - Agency 7th & M, N. W. 7th and Tea Streets, N. W. Andrew J. Thomas Theatre Co., Props. Monday, October 22. Matthias Management Corporation of New Mrsents the Great Belasco and Frohman H Last Sesom's Lyceum Theatre Success Heart of W Thrilling Story of an Indian Maid, a Uni- and an Indian Chief Jo Desmond, Carlotta Frseman, Elizabeth Huse, Chas. 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TER'S IRON PILLS All greatly help most pale-faced people. HARRIS TRADE MARK 1852 REGISTERED Hosiery NY Price—Silk; Lisle or Cotton per pair You Can Hear, With the Acousticon — hear conversation of your friends, music — every sound—just as you used to. We guarantee it or you can return the Acousticon at our expense without its costing you i cant. Write at once for ten days free home trial. Building, New York has been used for 100 years by men and women everywhere for dandruff, itching scalp and falling hair. Use it faithfully and prevent baldness and at the same time make your hair beautiful, lustrous and strong. Try one bottle. Ask your druggist. You can test ED. PINAUD'S by sending 10c. to our American Offices for a little bottle. Note how pure and fragrant it is. Parfumerie ED. PINAUD, Dept. M ED. PINAUD BLDG. New York AT ALL GOOD DEALERS 50% UP STYLE 4523 KATZ' MARKETS. Two Stores in One Ninth and Florida Avenue N. W. and the Great H. KATZ AND CO. Is the Cheapest Store in the City Ninth and Florida Aver ae N. W. Lincoln 4940 ROCHESTER, N. Y. NEWS. Miss Dollie Clark, of Lynchburg, Va., is the guest of her son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clark, 69 Ford St. Miss Gertrude Mines entertained at a dinner party Friday evening, October 5th, the Misses Bertha Mines and R. McCall, Messrs. Marshall, Tinker, Niles, Patience and Chief Boyd of the Rochester Hotel. Miss P. Bernard Merritt, of Wilmington, N. C., is making her abode at 10 Arnold Park... Dowin Shorts, of Trenton, N. J., is the guest of his brother, Charles Shorts, 71 Chatham St. The Fortnightly Sewing Circle was entertained by Mrs. Flemming Shorts and Mrs. W. H. Green, at the home of the latter, 125 Ford St., last Thursday afternoon, at which time the officers were elected for the ensuing year: Mrs. W. Henry Green, president; Miss Celestine Kearney, vice-president; Mrs. A. S. Jamason, secretary and treasurer. 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They are the daintest and most serviceable garments imaginable—come in all materials and styles: Cross Back Hood, Work Clothes, Bone suits, Bone with "Waloloh," the rustless boning—permitting washing without removal. Have your dealer show you Bien Jolie Brasleres, if not stocked, we will gladly send him, prepaid, samples to show you. BENJAMIN & JOHNES 51 Warren Street Newark, N. J Miss Nettie Bennett, Mrs. A. Johnson and Rev. E. D. W. Jones have returned from Syracuse, where they attended the District Convention at A. M. E. Zion Church. Captain Keyes, a prominent Mason, is ill at the St. Mary's Hospital at this writing. The services at Zion Church were largely attended last Sunday. Holy Communion was administered at the morning and evening services. Three persons joined the church. Collection for the day was $60. Miss Ethel Van Buren motored to Scottsville last Sunday. D. K. Williams, manager of Carey Williams Jubilee Singers, was in the city over Sunday. The body of Miss Etta Austin, who died in this city last Friday, was shipped to Greenwood, Miss., for burial. Rev. E. D. W. Jones officiated. Mrs. Addie Townes attended the funeral of Mrs. William Wooby, representing the Eldorado Temple, No. 32, of which she was a member. Miss Mainie Ivery, of Scranton, Pa., is the guest of Mrs. R. V. Payne, 209 Bronson Ave. Mrs. Beasley entertained twenty-five guests, with scenes from "Othello" last Tuesday evening. Those taking part were Prof. Van Buren, Viola Van Buren, Rev. David Cincore, and Mrs. Beasley. Refreshments were served. The Gibson House restaurant has reopened. Mr. F. Gillard, manager. Mrs. Bessie Perry has returned from her week-end trip to Detroit and Flint, Mich. —W. Henry Green. --- ment is a stringly constructed grating through which the occupants can view the earth below. The sides of two of the compartments are built to open and afford a view of the surrounding clouds, or, in case of combat, of the enemy planes. When the leviathan motors are started their roar is awelinspiring, and the wind from the propellers sends backward a blast in front of which a strong man would find difficulty in remaining erect. This is a picture which must be impressed upon the public mind if the great mass of the people is to realize what the United States is going to do. The task set for the American workers is not that of turning out light, hurriedly built scouting machines to the number of tens of thousands, but to construct carefully with the last degree of ingenuity the highly developed war craft needed in modern battles. That is what England expects of her newest ally and what she has striven valiantly to teach authorities across the Atlantic. The vast technical detail developed by continuous fighting in the air has been turned over entire so that the United States begins the work with the most favorable chances of success. The invention of some new fighting machine after the manner of the tank is what all Europe expects of America, and they expect to see the new machines, airplanes or walking seaplanes or flying torpedo boats come to France fully manned, nicknamed and prepared to throw new terrors into the heart of an enemy who invented terrorism.—New York Sun. UNCLE SAM AT PEACE TABLE This Government Will Be in Position to Dictate Terms When Time for Negotiation Comes. Washington.—President Wilson's reply to Pope Benedict's peace proposal has temporarily halted the widespread demand for a definite statement of the war alms of the United States. "The purposes of the United States in this war are known to the whole world—to every people to whom the truth has been permitted to come," the president said in his reply to the pope. "They do not need to be stated again." In his Flag day address the president said the reasons for America's entrance into the war must be apparent to every thinking man. Still, there is confusion in the minds of many Americans. The attempt of the committee on public information to clear up this confusion with its pamphlet, "How the War Came to America," was only partly successful. "I shall not discuss here how America came into this war," Secretary of War Baker told the Fort Myer reserve officers on the day of their graduation. "That issue is settled for the American people. Our task now is to plan for victory." In these words Secretary Baker summed up the attitude of all Washington officials. There are others, however, who believe the reasons for America's entrance into the war have a very important bearing on peace and on the future history of the world. Just as there were underlying causes of the European conflict that never have been mentioned in the official documents, so there were causes for America's entrance into the war that were slighted in the president's address. One of these causes is generally believed to have been that France was "bled white" and that the allies were in danger of defeat. Many Americans find the best justification for America's entering into the conflict in the statement that "we went In to save France." This notion was given a severe jolt when Andre Tardieu, the French purchasing commissioner in the United States, made public his letter to Secretary Baker giving statistics on the present military strength of the French republic. With facts and figures supplied by the French war office, Tardieu disproved the theory that France was "bled white." One of the highest officials of the United States government said it was not true that the allies were in danger of defeat just before America entered the war. France and England both could have held out for years and it was very doubtful, he said, that the German war machine could ever have achieved a military decision over the allies. The United States, the president believed, would be in no position to assert its views at the peace conference if it remained a neutral. It was the avowed intention of leaving matters such as disarmament and an international organization to prevent future wars to a congress that would follow the peace conference. The president believed that guarantees for the future would be the only results that would make the three years of fighting worth while, and that they should be made an integral part of the peace trentes. By the entrance of the United States, President Wilson became the world leader. It was made certain that by the ald rendered the allies the United States would be in a position to dominate the peace conference and to force that convention to accept its views. Thus it would seem to be established that the real underlying cause for America's entrance into the war was not to succor an alliance in danger of defeat, but to insure and to dictate if necessary a just and lasting peace. There is reason to believe that the allies will be forced to accept terms of peace that they never would have considered but for the influence of the United States. And by the same token there is ground for hoping that through the United States the world will, in fact, be "made safe for democracy." Washington. — All commissioned officers wear a black and gold hat cord. On the collar of his shirt a second lieutenant wears a bronze ornament—for the infantry crossed rifles with the number of his regiment in the upper angle; for cavalry, crossed sabers; field artillery, crossed cannon; coast artillery, a shell on the crossed cannon; engineer corps, a turreted castle; signal corps, crossed flags with a flaming torch; medical corps, a wand entwined by two serpents; quartermaster corps, gold key crossed with sword and surmounted by a wheel and eagle; ordnance, a bursting shell. He will also wear one-quarter-inch stripe around his cuff. A first lieutenant will wear the same insignia and in addition one single silver bar on each side of his collar. On his overcoat he wears a single scroll of narrow black braid. A captain wears two silver bars and a double scroll of braid. A major wears the same insignia with a gold oak leaf on his shoulders and three scrolls of braid. A lieutenant colonel wears a silver oak leaf and four scrolls of braid; a colonel, a silver spread eagle and five scrolls of braid. A brigadier general wears a silver star; a major general, two silver stars; a lieutenant general, two stars with a coat of arms of the United States between. The noncommissioned officers wear chevrons above the elbow to denote their rank; a corporal, two chevrons; sergeant, three; first sergeant, three, with a diamond or lozenge in the center. BIRD BURNS FARMER'S BARN Files With Blazing Twig Into the Hay Loft and Blaze Causes Considerable Damage. Middle River, Minn. — Fire destroyed the barn of William Huff, a farmer living nine miles south, of here. Mr. Huff declared that the fire was caused by a bird which carried a twig, one end of which was aglow, into the hay loft. Not far from the barn a brush fire was burning. The nesting bird carried a twig which had been burning in the brush fire, but which was thought to have blown away from the immediate vicinity of the fire, to the barn. Mr. Huff, who was working in the barnyard, said he thought he saw a slight trail of smoke as the bird flew past him, but did not investigate. In a few moments the barn was afire. Two valuable horses were burned and the building destroyed. TO LIFT BAN ON MRS. BESANT © WALTER J. LEE JONES Mrs. Annie Besant, head of the Theosophical society and her coworkers; may be permitted freedom of movement and action in India, if they promise to abstain from unconstitutional and violent political agitations. The Indian government is prepared to recommend the removal of restrictions which were placed upon her activities in India if the promise is made. Mrs. Besant was expelled from the Bombay presidency last year. She was forbidden to lecture or take part in meetings or publish her writings in India, and with her associates was restricted to residence in certain areas. No Longer. Curious. Steubenville, O.—George Androskey, fifteen, of Mingo Junction, was curious to know what would happen if he dropped a lighted match into a supposedly whiskey barrel. He put his right eye to the bunghole to see. When the barrel exploded a part of George's nose, was blown off and he will lose the sight of the eye. SOUTHERN AID SOCIETY of Va.,Inc. Then why not select the best that is to be had, a policy that pays every week with SOUTHERN AID SOCIETY of Va., Inc? Also owning and operating the Va. Beneficial and Insurance Co., Inc., at Norfolk, Va. Read a few testimonials from the thousands that are on file in home office at Richmond, Va. Then why not select the best that is to be had Va., Inc? Also owning and operating the testimonials from the thou To The Southern Aid Society of Va., Inc. Mr. W. A. 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With pride and gratitude, MARY A. BARRETT, OLLIE FORD, JUNIUS FORD, FRED FORD, GODFREY FORD. PROMPTLY PAD. Camp Grove, Danville, Va., Feb. 2, 1917 Southern Aid Society of Virginia, Inc., Richmond, Va. Gentlemen: Please accept our sincere thanks for your kind and prompt attention to my beloved husband, Mr. Wm. Watkins, during his long illness and on account of which you paid $100.00 in sick benefits; also for your prompt payment of his death claim of $250.00. Your company leads all others. I will not fail to recommend the Southern Aid Society of Virginia, Inc., to each and every one. I hope that 1917 will add 10,000 to your Respectfully yours, MRS. JENNIE WATKINS. Witness: Geneva Chaney. PAID 178 WEEKS' SICK BENEFITS WITHOUT INTERRUPTION PARKING TO $529.75 PAID 178 WEEKS AMOUNTING TO $529.75. 2315 Green St., Portsmouth, Va., May 30, 1917 Southern Aid Society of Va., Inc. Richmond, Va. Gentlemen: I wish to express my thanks to you for the kindness shown me during the long illness of my son, Howard Lewter, who is insured with your Society under policy No. 96,885. He was sick for 178 weeks, (from Dec. 1913 to May 1917.) During this period of illness you paid to him, cash in hand $529.75 Your superintendent and agents paid these weekly sick claims each and every week, promptly, cheerfully and without a complaint. complaint. Your is the only insurance company I ever heard of issuing a perpetual paying sick and accident policy; that is, paying for each and every week of sickness until death. I willingly recommend the Southern Aid Society to any one who wishes to join a company that really insures perpetually against sickness and accidents. Sincerely and gratefully, (Mrs.) FANNIE WALTON. PAID $503.75 SICK BENEFITS ON 10c. POLICY AND $35.00 DEATH CLAIM PROMPTLY. POLICY NO. 447 ON MARY F. ANDERSON. Farrington, Hanover Co., Va., R. F. D. No. 1, Box 41. MRS LELIA V. JAMES., 1104 CHAFFIN ST., RICH- MOND, VA WAS PAID EACH WEEK FOR SIX MONTHS FROM DEC. 6, 1916, TO JUNE 6, 1917. TOTAL SICK BENEFITS DRAWN DURING SIX AND ONE-HALF YEARS MEMBER- SHIP; $217.50 DEATH CLAIM PAID $500.- 00, MAKING TOTAL PAYMENTS OF $717.50 PREMIUMS PAID TO SO- CIETY TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY DOLLARS AND EIGHTY CENTS. Richmond, Va., July 2, 1917, TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to certify that my wife, Mrs. Lella V. James, 1104 Chaffin Street was a member of Southern Aid Soc- ity of Virginia, Inc., for six and one-half years. during this time, she was sick on several occasions, and Southern Aid Building, Richmond, Va. VIRGINIA BANK & INSURANCE CO. VA. BN. & INS. CO. BUILDING whenever she reported her illness to the Society she received her sick dues promptly. Her last illness extended from the latter part of November 1916 to June 1917. 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ALL SICK CLAIMS AND $500.00 DEATH CLAIM PROMPTLY PAID. 222 Railroad Ave., Franklin, Va., Aug. 24, 1915. Southern Aid Society. Gentlemen:—I take very great pleasure in writing you to thank you for the promptness in paying the death claim of my wife, Mrs. Lizzie Jenkins, who died Aug. 13, 1915. You lost no time in paying my claim, for as soon as my claim reached the home office your check for $500.00, in-full settlement, was given to me by your superintendent, Mr. W. R. Thomas. The Southern Aid Society is second to none in this country. I wish you continued success in your good work. Very truly yours, WILLIAM JENKINS. PAID MOTHER SICK BENEFITS FOR NINE MONTHS AND $250.00 DEATH CLAIM PROMPTLY. 912 Rome Street, Petersburg, Va., Oct. 18, 1916. Southern Aid Society, Petersburg District. Gentlemen:—I wish to express many thanks for the promptness in paying my death claim of $250.00. PAIR 20 WEEKS'S SICK BENEFIT AMOUNTING TO $87.00 AND THE BENEFIT CLAIM ON $65.00 PROMPTLY. 1020 Palmer Street, Portsmouth, Va., May 30, 1917. Southern Aid Society of Virginia, Inc., 527 N. 2nd St., Richmond, Va. Gentlemen:—On behalf of myself and children I wish to thank you for your very courteous and prompt attention to my beloved husband, Edward Garland, policy No. 93247, who was sick for twenty weeks consecutively from January to May, prior to his death.. Paying him during that illness $87.00 in weekly sick benefits and the death claim of $65.00 promptly without any deductions. In all my dealings with your superintendent and agents, I was shown every courtesy that could be desired. May God ever bless you and enable you to continue the good work. Very grateful yours, MRS. MAGGIE GARLAND. $500.00 DR. THOS. A. STEVEN'S DEATH CLAIR. 1007 Sixth Street, Lynchburg, Va.. Feb. 10, 1917. Southern Aid Society of Virginia, Inc., Richmond, Va. Gentlemen:—Kindly accept my sincere thanks for your check of $500.00 in full payment of death claim of my husband, Dr. Thos. A. Stevens, who died February 6, 1917. The above named check was delivered to me Thursday, Feb. 8, 1917, by your superintendent, Mr. R. D. Burton. I shall always speak in the highest terms of your company, and pray God's blessings upon the work. Respectfully, MRS. THOS. A. STEVENS. VA. DISTRICT OFFICES OR AGENCIES IN ALL PRINCIPAL CITIES IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS: A. D. Price ..... President Edward Stewart ..... First Vice-President Jas. T. Carter ..... Second Vice-President B. A. Cophas ..... Third Vice-President Thos. M. Crump ..... Secretary, Manager B. L. Jordan, Assistant Secretary, Manager and Auditor Walter E. Baker ..... Treasurer W. A. Jordan, A. Washington, Chas. N. Jackson, W. E. Randolph. J. T. P. Cross, General Manager, Virginia Beneficial & Insurance Co., 526 Queen St., Norfolk, Va.